Walter Davis

GREENFIELD – Walter J. Davis, age 87, of Greenfield, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born in Indianapolis on March 2, 1938, to Harry E. and Edith Irene (Judd) Davis. He graduated from Broad Ripple High School in 1955 and earned his bachelor’s in social studies from Butler University in 1960 and his master’s in social studies administration from Indiana University in 1965. Walter married Delores (Schoeny) in Evansville, IN on October 21, 1961. Walter dedicated his life to shaping young minds, serving as a teacher at Mooresville High School for four years, Warren Woods High School in Michigan for five years, and Indianapolis Public Schools for 27 years before retiring in 1995. Even after retirement, his passion for education continued as he taught driver’s education, helping countless students navigate the road ahead. He cherished family camping trips in Michigan and stretching from Maine to Colorado, to scenic Amtrak adventures through Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, the West Coast, and New England. He found joy in winters spent in Destin, Florida, and in international travels to France and Germany. Walter’s greatest happiness came from his family. He was a proud grandfather, never missing a chance to watch his grandchildren’s sporting events and high school musicals. He was an active member of St. John United Church of Christ in Cumberland and Wallace St. Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis. He especially treasured fall church retreats. Walter is survived by his loving wife, Delores Davis; children, Matthew (Susan) Davis and Mark (Cheryl) Davis; five grandchildren, Joshua Davis, Jacob Davis, Cooper Davis, Rachel Davis, and Danielle Davis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Irene Davis. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Erlewein Mortuary & Crematory, 1484 W. US Hwy. 40, Greenfield, IN 46140. A funeral service will take place immediately following the visitation at 1:00 p.m. Pastor John Gant will be officiating. Burial will follow at St. John United Church of Christ Cemetery in Cumberland. Memorial contributions may be made by mail to St. John United Church of Christ, 11910 E. Prospect St., Indianapolis, IN 46239 or envelopes will be available at the mortuary. Friends may share a memory or condolence at www.erleweinmortuary.com.

Walter Davis

March 2, 1938 - May 13, 2025